This study presents the EDA-8, a shorter and more refined version of the Extreme Demand Avoidance Questionnaire (EDA-Q). The EDA-8 is designed for researchers and professionals assessing neurodevelopmental conditions. Unlike the original EDA-Q, it does not include a...
The EDA-8 is a shorter version of the Extreme Demand Avoidance Questionnaire (EDA-Q), first developed in 2013 by Dr. Liz O’Nions and colleagues. The original EDA-Q measured caregiver-reported behaviours linked to Extreme or Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) in...
This national study gathered insights from PDA individuals, their families, and professionals to understand knowledge, diagnosis, and support for PDA. Researchers surveyed 264 parents, 9 life partners, 6 PDA individuals, and 54 practitioners. They also conducted...
This dissertation explores how children with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) engage with learning, using interviews, surveys, and a review of existing research to understand the perspectives of parents and carers. The study emphasises the importance of tailoring...
This peer-reviewed article explores the views and experiences of Special Educational Needs (SEN) practitioners working with LGBT+ pupils with SEND, including those with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). Through one-to-one online interviews and a review of existing...
